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Rigor and Reproducibility in Biological Research

Course #: BIOL 659

Description:
This course examines the factors that improve or impede reproducibility in biological research. Specific topics include the nature of biological variables in research and how to factor them into experimental design; common pitfalls in experimental design and statistical analysis of data in biological research; strategies to improve reproducibility, including rigorous experimental design, unbiased data analysis, authentication of research reagents and resources, and enhanced transparency in reporting.

Notes:
This course is intended for graduate students in the biological and biomedical sciences. It is an elective for the graduate programs in the Biology Department. However, it is designed to fulfill NIH requirements for Rigor and Reproducibility training for students involved in NIH-funded research.

Pre Requisites: Pre-requisite = Graduate degree student in Biological sciences or permission.

Offered in:

2025 Spring

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 13567 Th
1:30 - 3:15 pm
Girard,Juliet M01-0318
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 12
Enrolled: 2
Status: Open
Credits: 2/2
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-requisite = Graduate degree student in Biological sciences or permission.
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